Ford 5.0L V8 Oil Capacity
The 2024 Ford 5.0L V8 takes 7.75 quarts (7.33 L) of SAE 5W-30 with a filter change. Every year range below is read from the Ford owner's manual for those years.
Source: manufacturer documents (listed below) · Updated 2026-11-05 · By CarWhere Research
| Years | Application | Capacity (qt) | Capacity (L) | Oil type | Spec | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | F-150 | 7.75 qt[1] | 7.33 L | SAE 5W-30 | WSS-M2C961-A1 | |
| 2023 | F-150 | 7.75 qt[2] | 7.33 L | SAE 5W-30 | WSS-M2C961-A1 | |
| 2013 | F-150 | 7.7 qt[3] | 7.3 L | SAE 5W-20 | WSS-M2C945-A | Filter change not stated. |
| 2012 | F-150 | 7.7 qt[4] | 7.3 L | SAE 5W-20 | WSS-M2C945-A | Filter change not stated. |
| 2011 | F-150 | 7.7 qt[5] | 7.3 L | SAE 5W-20 | WSS-M2C930-A | Filter change not stated. |
Capacities are with filter change unless noted. Always confirm on the dipstick after refilling.
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Frequently asked questions
How much oil does the Ford 5.0L V8 take?
For 2024 F-150, the owner's manual lists 7.75 quarts (7.33 L) with a filter change. Other years are in the table above.
What oil does the Ford 5.0L V8 use?
The manufacturer specifies SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-20 depending on year, meeting the spec listed in the table. Climate-specific alternatives, where the manual allows them, are in the notes.
Sources
- Ford Motor Company, 2024 F-150 Owner's Manual (edition 2023-08), Capacities and Specifications - Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.7L/3.5L/3.5L Hybrid/5.0L (PDF pp. 594-599) (accessed 2026-11-05).
- Ford Motor Company, 2023 F-150 Owner's Manual (edition 2022-06), Capacities and Specifications - Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.7L/3.3L/3.5L/3.5L Hybrid/5.0L (PDF pp. 597-605) (accessed 2026-11-05).
- Ford Motor Company, 2013 F-150 Owner's Manual, 3rd printing (Feb 2013), Capacities and Specifications - Refill capacities / lubricant specifications (PDF pp. 400-401) (accessed 2026-11-05).
- Ford Motor Company, 2012 F-150 Owner's Guide, 3rd printing, Maintenance and Specifications - Refill capacities / lubricant specifications (PDF pp. 424-425) (accessed 2026-11-05).
- Ford Motor Company, 2011 F-150 Owner's Guide, 3rd printing, Maintenance and Specifications - Refill capacities / lubricant specifications (PDF p. 415) (accessed 2026-11-05).